Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast
The Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast is a weekly podcast that interviews bands and musicians from the Chicago area. The podcast is hosted by Ray Bernadisius ("Ray the Roadie") and Mike Metoyer ("Hollywood Mike" of Cadillac Groove, Mike & The Stillmasters). The podcast covers a wide range of topics, including the history of rock n roll in Chicago, the current state of the scene, and the challenges and opportunities facing musicians today.
Founded in 2019 by Ray the Roadie and Paul Martin, the two co-hosted the show until 2022. In 2023 Ray was joined by Mike Metoyer as the new show co-host.
The Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast is a great resource for fans of rock n roll and musicians alike. The podcast is informative, entertaining, and inspiring. It is a must-listen for anyone who loves rock n roll and wants to learn more about the Chicago music scene.
Here are some of the things you can expect to hear on the Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast:
Interviews with bands and musicians from the Chicago area
Discussions about the history of rock n roll in Chicago
Information about upcoming concerts and events
Tips and advice for musicians
And much more!
If you're a fan of rock n roll, or if you're just curious about the Chicago music scene, then you need to check out the Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast. You can find the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms.
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The Rock n Roll Chicago Podcast is edited by Paul Martin.
Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 46 minutes
- Episodes
- 256
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Ep 56 Sean and Charlie
You can find them all over the south side performing their blend of current rock, classic rock, country, Irish, and party favorites. You can expect them to perform while walking around …
Ep 55 Everett Dean
Everett Dean started his music career by winning his first music contest at the age of 12. Since then he has perfected his electrifying style of music. He and his backing group, The Lon…
Ep 54 The Crawpuppies
The Crawpuppies are not a cajun band or anything like it. They are one of the most solid original / cover pop rock bands you'll ever come across. Hailing from Northwest Indiana, these v…
EP 53 Scott May
Scott May (b.1954) is a Musician/Producer best known as the Organist of Chicago’s Ides Of March since 1990. Also known as the leader of his “One-Armed Orchestra”-named after a role crea…
Ep 52 Tiny Bit of Giants Blood
And so is this glam punk heavy rock product from the dark side of Chicago. Tiny Bit of Giant’s Blood may also be used to describe: a lion on stimulants / a velvet jumper two sizes too s…
Ep 51 Dave Zane
This week we talk with Dave Zane, guitarist for The Buckinghams and Jay and the Americans.
Podcast edited by Paul Martin.
Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush.
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Ep 50 Carl Giammarese
Episode 50 brings us an original member of the legendary Buckinghams, Carl Giammarese. Over fifty years of rock n roll history!
Podcast edited by Paul Martin.
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EP 49 Mike Aquino
Mike Aquino’s guitar playing has been quoted as “going from country to jazz to rock to blues often within the same phrase”. He started playing guitar at the age of 8 and hasn’t looked b…
Ep 48 Smokin Gunz
Established in the summer of 1997, in Schaumburg, Illinois a western suburb of Chicago, Smokin Gunz has been playing a mix of Top 40 Country Hits and original songs. The band members, i…
Ep 47 Kimi Hayes
Chicago's own Kimi Hayes. Currently in the band of the Broadway production of Six the Musical as Maggie, the guitarist. Paul and Ray joined with her to talk about her career.
Ep 46 Sunshine Boys
Sunshine Boys are a Chicago-based trio of veteran recording and touring artists from some of the most revered bands in indie rock. Featuring Freda Love Smith (Blake Babies, Antenna, Mys…
Ep 45 Managing A Band
This week we take a little turn in the podcast. We met with Thom Dixon, Marty Mardirosian and Jose' Rivera to talk about the challenges of running a band and how today's events have aff…
Ep 44 Ron Onesti
Ron Onesti is an entertainment industry powerhouse recognized as an innovative leader across the country. In 2005, he took over the Arcada Theatre, a 900-seat vaudeville theater in St. …
EP 43 Rosie and The Rivets
Rosie & The Rivets: The Premier Retro Rock & Roll Show perform an electrifying female fronted retrospective tribute to the first ten years (1954-1964) of Rock & Roll. Along with early R…
EP 42 Midlife Crisis
Midlife Crisis brings a solid party to the stage. Performing a wide spectrum of musical genres, Midlife Crisis covers over 5 decades of music. Experience your favorite Pop, Rock, Disco,…
Ep 41 Midnight Special
A revival of a decade long group, the Midnight Special boasts fresh originals and rockin' blues just the way your mama remembered them.
Podcast edited by Paul Martin.
Th…
Ep 40 Freddy Jones Band
Freddy Jones Band is one of America’s premiere rock bands. Freddy Jones Band is fronted by founding member and sole writer/singer of the bands biggest hit to date, “ In A Day Dream" Mar…
EP 39 C130
Vacuum tubes, guitar strings, mixers, microphones, amplifiers, transistors, drum sticks, speakers, pedals, miles of cable, and sound waves.
We are revised, renewed, rewired, reborn, rig…
Ep 38 Dick Biondi Film
Dick Biondi’s amazing radio career spans over 6 decades, including the birth of American Rock & Roll and the evolution of Pop music.
Known as The Screamer, the Big Noise from Buffalo, a…
Ep 37 Tafoya
Check out Mike Tafoya and Craig Cederholm of Tafoya. We talk about the band, as well as MIke's past with The Boyzz, The B'zz and The Lost Boyzz.
Podcast edited by Paul Ma…